Cinque Terre is one of those rare places that lingers in your memory long after you’ve left. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1997, this stunning stretch of the Italian Riviera with it’s five beautiful hillside villages is nothing short of magical. We’ve just returned from our trip […]
When planning a trip to Mexico, there are so many breathtaking destinations you could put into your bucket list—like the Baja California Peninsula, Copper Canyon (Barrancas del Cobre), the Yucatán Peninsula, the Pacific Coast, and the Sierra Madre Occidental, just to name a few! Having visited multiple times, I really […]
Arctic Icebergs – Safe journeys through the Northwest Passage require ships that can sail through icy conditions. The most reliable vessels have reinforced hulls. Unfortunately, ice is unpredictable, and tour boats sometimes require the aid of icebreakers to get through. Be prepared for itinerary changes on any Arctic Adventure. As […]
By Todd Bigelow, Contact Press Images When people ask me what to see and do when traveling in Europe I tell them “nothing,” and I’m completely serious. Ditching the travel agenda, taking to the streets, and becoming a wanderer is the key to travel. I’ve walked over 550 miles the last […]
Street photography in New Orleans is a captivating way to capture the unique energy and cultural richness of the city. The city, known for its blend of French, African, Spanish, and Creole influences, offers a visually dynamic environment, making it an ideal location for street photographers. When my friend from […]
Hamilton, often referred to as the “City of Waterfalls,” boasts an impressive collection of over 100 waterfalls, making it one of the most waterfall-dense cities in North America. These falls vary in size and character, ranging from towering cascades to gentle streams, and many are nestled in lush parks and […]
I officially began my full-time, freelance photography/writing career in September 1979. Young, and blindly optimistic, I reasoned that Jasper National Park, in the wilds of southwestern Alberta, would be the perfect place to scoop the competition, and find fame and fortune. So, on September 4th of that year, Aubrey and […]
In May 2023, my wife Aubrey and I spent three weeks camping in the southern Okanagan Valley in British Columbia. Our quest was to explore, hike, and photograph the wild lands west of the town of Osoyoos where Parks Canada is hoping to locate the country’s latest protected natural region, […]
August to September is an ideal period for outdoor adventures and festivals across the USA. As summer transitions into fall, the weather remains warm and inviting, perfect for exploring the great outdoors. Every destination boasts its own unique array of thrilling activities: * In the Pacific Northwest, you can hike […]
My journey on Madagascar has been quite the adventure right from the start! Upon arriving on the island, also known as the Red Island, we embarked on what should have been two eight-hour car rides, on hazardous and stressful roads, and instead, we travelled for over 30 hours. The filming […]
